Microsoft announces 45 new apps for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 globally, includes Twitter

Microsoft has announced today that they're bringing more than 45 new experiences, including Twitter, HBO GO, Comedy Central, MLG and Vine for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 globally. All these entertainment apps are scheduled to launch by the end of this holiday season.

“Xbox fans are spending more time than ever on the console, spending more than five hours a day on Xbox One,” said Yusuf Mehdi, Corporate Vice President, Devices and Studios at Microsoft. “Today as we announce new commitments from dozens of our partners, including deep integration with experiences like Twitter and Vine, we hit an important milestone in our journey to deliver unique experiences on Xbox. We’re thrilled to break new ground in social TV experiences like we’re doing with Twitter on Xbox One.”

The company said that after adding these apps, their catalog will increase by 25%, making more than 225 apps available around the globe. Xbox representatives will also be briefing at the E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) 2014, which is just around the corner.

The full list of new app experiences coming to Xbox One and Xbox 360 include: